This scholarship is offered to Penn Emergency Medicine residents as a memorial to Dr. Suzanne Shepherd for reimbursement for expenses incurred during international rotations or rotations with the IHS during residency.
Suzanne Moore Shepherd, MD, MS, DTM&H
1953-2022
Dr. Suzanne Shepherd, Professor of Emergency Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, was the inaugural Residency Director, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Pennsylvania at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 1995 – 2000, which was the first academic department of emergency medicine among the major prestigious universities of the US. Prior to that, she served as Residency Director at three other universities: University of Florida, Georgetown University, and East Carolina University. Dr. Shepherd published over 150 academic articles and lectured widely locally, nationally, and internationally by invitation more than 200 times. Her contributions to academic emergency medicine were felt nationally: as an associate editor of two editions of Harwood-Nuss, The Clinical Practice of Emergency Medicine and in serving on committees of several national societies, including the Council of Emergency Residency Directors, the American Board of Emergency Medicine, the Society of Teachers of Emergency Medicine, the Society of Academic Emergency Medicine, and the American College of Emergency Physicians.
The total amount of the scholarship for this application cycle is $1000 USD. Please review the scholarship requirements at the end of this application and ensure that you can adhere to these requirements before submission.
The deadlines for the application are April 15 and October 15 each year.
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2024 Spring Scholarship Winner
Keiry Rodriguez
My experience during my Global Health elective was both eye-opening and humbling. I traveled to Guatemala to learn and to provide healthcare in Spanish in an under-resourced area where the local population spoke a Mayan dialect. I truly enjoyed immersing myself in the rich Mayan culture and learning about their beliefs through vibrant celebrations. Most importantly, I cherished my interactions with the native Tz’utujil people. One memorable encounter involved helping a family select glasses; the joy we shared reminded me of the profound impact that small gestures can have. Despite the challenges of advocating for improved medical protocols, I am determined to return and continue my efforts. Engaging with the community has highlighted the importance of resilience and positivity. I aspire to be better, cherishing every moment and honoring the strength of those I serve. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to have received the Dr. Suzanne Shepherd Memorial Fund Scholarship, as it enabled me to provide care globally to under-resourced individuals. I am even more grateful that the scholarship provided me with the chance to have connected with my heritage and provide care to my people.
